(I'd) better get moving.

(I'd) better get moving.
(I'd) better get moving.
Inf. an expression announcing the need to depart. •

Jane: It's nearly dark. Better get moving. Mary: Okay. See you later.

Bob: I'm off. Good night. Bill: Look at the time! I'd better get moving too.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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